About 54% of U.S. adults are currently trying to reduce their weight, and a large percentage are also trying to build muscle and develop a healthy lifestyle. If you're trying to build muscle but have found it challenging to find the right exercises and workouts, you're certainly not alone. Here are just a few reasons you may not be building muscle -- as well as what you can do about it.

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About 54% of U.S. adults are currently trying to reduce their weight, and a large percentage are also trying to build muscle and develop a healthy lifestyle. If you're trying to build muscle but have found it challenging to find the right exercises and workouts, you're certainly not alone. Here are just a few reasons you may not be building muscle -- as well as what you can do about it.

More than one in three adults are considered to be obese. If you're trying to lose weight this winter, it's important to understand how to best achieve your goals in addition to forming lifestyle meal plans. Dieting during the winter months can prove to be more difficult due to the limited potential for activity. With that in mind, here are just a few tips to remember during your winter weight loss journey.

Approximately 80% of dieters are trying to lose weight on their own, but without knowing the facts about best weight loss practices, you may not be losing as much weight as you could be. Unfortunately, there are several myths people still believe about weight loss, and knowing the truth can help you form the diet and meal plan that works for you. Here are just a few of the most common myths about weight loss you can kick to the curb today.

The World Health Organization’s definition of obesity is having a BMI greater than or equal to 30 -- BMI greater than or equal to 25 is considered overweight. But regardless of your BMI, you should be aware of the delicious options you'll have this season when it comes to indulging while staying healthy. Plenty of foods are great to enjoy in winter and have redeeming health benefits as well -- let's take a look at a few popular choices.

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